LINT

[CaptD-TNT]

I can't seem to get rid of it. After cleaning and drying I apply oil when the pan has cooled down enough to handle but still warm. At first I used paper towels then the blue shop paper towels then new (washed) hankerchiefs then I went to a kitchen store and bought cloth that said lint free but I still get way to much lint on my cast iron. What really works?? Bob's going to tell me that he uses his old underwear.....

 

[TimC-TNT]

Well, the lint won't bother you if you use Bob's skivvies...

 

[bobhenry-TNT]

Bob Who ? I use an old unwashed sock !

Seriously are you applying to a hot skillet ! If not that is your problem. The cool metal will grab anything. Heat the skillet just hot enough it is uncomfortable to handle ( Not life threatening) and coat with oil of choice with almost anything and let it cool. I have never experienced this so I am kinda guessing.

But remember lint is a good filler !

 

[CaptD-TNT]

I do apply oil to hot skillets even always using gloves so I don't burn my hands. Still to much lint when I check for missed spots after wiping under a light. Has anyone tried microfiber cloths to wipe down your cast iron cookware?

 

[Tomterrific-TNT]

I say, ignore the lint! We need more fiber in our diets anyhow.

Tt

 

[KennethW]

I say, ignore the lint! We need more fiber in our diets anyhow.

Tt

 

[TimC-TNT]

I say, ignore the lint! We need more fiber in our diets anyhow.

Tt

Haha, 'cept of course those microfiber clothes are not much of a usable fiber in our bodies! Just sayin...

Maybe pick up some jute or sissal twine and make a "brush" with a whole bunch of strands tied together in a round paint brush kinda shape. It should be plenty stiff to apply and spread oil or wax and if fibers break off just dust it clean before each use. A roll of jute or sisal will prob only cost you a couple bucks and you can use the twine to tie it all together.

 

[Phooey]

Maybe you are using too much oil. Just a tiny amount wiped in the oven will do. Try drying the oven over heat after wiping it and wait until you see the smallest wisp of smoke before removing from the heat source.

You might consider reseasoning the oven with beeswax.

 

[IndyTom-TNT]

Kent Rollins uses a bandanna, swears they are completely lint free.

Tom

 

[CaptD-TNT]

I have several bandanas and will try one out soon. Thanks for the tip. Is Kent Rollins the cowboy from Oklahoma who has a kitchen on a trailer that he pulls to his cookouts? If so I have seen his videos on u-tube and I am impressed with his knowledge of cooking and cast iron.

 

[IndyTom-TNT]

Yes, that is him. I love his videos. I am waiting for a little warmer weather to get back to DO cooking and trying some of his recipes.

Tom

 

[CaptD-TNT]

Got to do some more experimenting this past weekend. Not all paper towels are created even. Some give off much more lint than others. The best results that I found are from using "Scott SHOP towels GLASS for Glass and Chrome Low Lint Low Streaking" which are light blue in color. Not the regular shop towels (medium blue) but the ones that are labeled GLASS and which are a lighter blue. Very happy with them. If you happen to run out of paper towels you could always use 2 or 3 thick coffee filters. The bandana that I tried worked good also. Thanks to those who responded. Capt D.

 

[bobhenry-TNT]

I have several bandanas and will try one out soon. Thanks for the tip. Is Kent Rollins the cowboy from Oklahoma who has a kitchen on a trailer that he pulls to his cookouts? If so I have seen his videos on u-tube and I am impressed with his knowledge of cooking and cast iron.

I bet when he tells a crowd his skillet's finish is as slick as snot they start to wonder